| Everyone has heard of fool's gold or iron pyrite - | | | | dangerous occupations. |
| a golden-colored mineral that looks just like gold, | | | | Marcasite is brassy yellow in color, sometimes |
| but is actually a mixture of sulfur and iron. | | | | with a greenish tint or a multi-colored tarnish that |
| Marcasite (sometimes called white pyrite or white | | | | is the result of oxidation. |
| iron pyrite) are actually pyrite crystals that are | | | | Marcasite Jewelry |
| made into jewelry. | | | | Marcasite gem stones are black with an iridescent |
| True marcasite, on the other hand, is a | | | | quality when struck by light. One jeweler |
| yellow-colored mineral formed from iron sulfite. It | | | | observes that quality marcasite stones have a |
| is a relatively soft stone which crumbles into | | | | brilliant silver color or a bright metallic luster; when |
| powder after a period of time and, as such, does | | | | cut with many small facets at the top, it will catch |
| not keep well in gem form. | | | | the light and glow like small diamonds. |
| Marcasite, on the other hand, which is actually | | | | Many jewelers use marcasite in combination with |
| pyrite is used as jewelry, often in combination | | | | sterling silver and other stones in intricate designs |
| with other gems and metals like silver. It has been | | | | that are reminiscent of earlier times - Art Deco |
| used for centuries and has become steeped in | | | | inspired pieces with their intricate designs, |
| legends and pagan traditions. It is believed to be | | | | nature-inspired pieces like leaves and vines, |
| able to release an energy that can throw off or | | | | butterflies and bees, as well as mythical subjects |
| counter negative energies, improve one's ability to | | | | like griffins, leprechauns, dragons and the like. |
| communicate, and protect those working in | | | | |